2000 Bentley Continental vs. 1991 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Continental | 1991 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2480 mm |
